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Supreme Court Rules Marriage Equality in All States Further Simplifying Tax Preparation for Same-Sex Couples

June 26, 2015 August 19, 2016 / TurboTaxLisa

Good news for more same-sex married couples! Today the Supreme Court ruled for marriage equality in all 50 states, finding that state bans on same-sex marriage are unconstitutional. Now millions of Americans living in the remaining 13 states that currently...

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Tax Tips for Same-Sex Couples

April 13, 2015 August 19, 2016 / TurboTaxAngie

If you are filing your taxes this year as a same-sex couple who has been legally married in states or foreign countries that recognize same sex marriages, there are a few things you should know. Our infographic covers your tax-filing...

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Tax Extender Update: TurboTax Has the Facts

October 8, 2014 August 19, 2016 / TurboTaxLisa

It’s that time of the year again when the weather cools down, leaves begin to fall, and we head into the final stretch of the year. Another typical occurrence this time of the year is Congress determining whether recently expired...

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2010 Pending Tax Law Changes

November 15, 2010 September 7, 2017 / TurboTaxBob

While there’s nothing unusual about the leaves changing colors this time of year, what is unusual is the unprecedented number of unresolved tax law changes this late in the season. If you’re not paying attention, you could be in for...

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How Will Proposed Tax Legislation Affect You?

October 27, 2010 August 19, 2016

Congress can decide to extend former President Bush’s tax cuts, follow the changes proposed by President Obama, or let the tax cuts expire without any action. The question is who will pay more taxes? Learn more about what others are...

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What do late breaking tax changes mean for you and your family?

October 21, 2010 / TurboTaxAshley

Hearing some buzz about late breaking tax changes, but not sure what it means for you and your family? Don’t worry, you aren’t alone. Bob Meighan, our go-to tax guy, breaks down what these changes are and how they could...

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Mortgage Debt Relief for Californians

April 14, 2010 September 7, 2017 / TurboTaxAshley

Late on April 12th, California Governor Schwarzenegger signed into law a bill that will provide tax relief for California taxpayers whose mortgage debt on their primary residence was partly or entirely forgiven by lenders in 2009. The law offers a...

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Aloha, Refund!

February 10, 2010 July 5, 2016 / TurboTaxJulie

On Feb. 8, residents of Hawaii were notified that all state tax refunds will be delayed until July 1, 2010. Guess not everything is perfect in paradise! Hawaii made the call in an effort to mitigate the State’s projected $721...

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Your Nip and Tuck May Be Taxed

December 9, 2009 August 19, 2016 / TurboTaxJulie

If you’re thinking about getting a nose job or you want a bit of Botox, you may want to schedule your appointment – fast. Last week, the Senate began debate on an $848 billion health care reform bill that includes...

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California Is Sending IOUs to Taxpayers

July 15, 2009 September 7, 2017 / TurboTaxLee

We are hearing from TurboTax Live Community folks that they are receiving California IOUs instead of the dollars that they expected to be direct deposited in their bank account. Ouch! Earlier in the tax season, California refunds were delayed. Taxpayers...

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